Sovereign SCS718A electric chainsaw is a reliable tool for cutting wood. With its automatic oil lubrication system and safety features like the chain brake and lock-off button, it ensures safe and efficient operation. It's ideal for a variety of tasks, from pruning branches to cutting firewood.
Sovereign SCS718A electric chainsaw is a reliable tool for cutting wood. With its automatic oil lubrication system and safety features like the chain brake and lock-off button, it ensures safe and efficient operation. It's ideal for a variety of tasks, from pruning branches to cutting firewood.
Assembly Manual
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your
chainsaw, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727503
prior to returning product to store.
Sovereign
Electric Chainsaw
SCS718A
www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk
Technical Support & Parts
01904 727503
Oct 2014 Rev A
Contents
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Safety Information .............................................................................................................................................3
Warning Symbols ..........................................................................................................................................3
General Safety ..............................................................................................................................................3
Personal Safety ............................................................................................................................................3
Intended Use ................................................................................................................................................4
In the Box ..........................................................................................................................................................5
Parts ..............................................................................................................................................................5
Assembly ...........................................................................................................................................................6
Preparing to Assemble the Electric Chainsaw .............................................................................................6
Step 1 - Tensioning the saw chain ................................................................................................................6
Step 2 - Chain lubrication .............................................................................................................................7
Step 3 - Connection to the power supply .....................................................................................................7
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The following warning symbols appear throughout this assembly manual and indicate the appropriate
safety measures you should take when assembling and operating the electric chainsaw.
This symbol indicates there is a danger of serious personal injury or death if you do not observe the
warning.
This symbol indicates that there is a danger of damaging your hands if you do not wear thick,
protective gloves.
Warning Symbols
General Safety
Personal Safety
WARNING! Keeps this assembly manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING! Always ensure anyone intending to operate this electric chainsaw is fully conversant
with the content of this assembly manual prior to assembling, maintaining or operating the
chainsaw.
WARNING! Perform assembly operations described in this manual. Failure to observe this warning
may lead to serious injury, death, or damage to the electric chainsaw.
WARNING! Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent damage to you or to the
electric chainsaw.
IMPORTANT! Before assembling the electric chain saw, check all the parts indicated in the manual
are in the box. Inspect all the parts for signs of damage. Do not assemble the electric chainsaw if
you observe any damaged components.
WARNING! Only operate the electric chainsaw if you are wearing the correct Personal Protective
Equipmewnt(PPE)as described in the following warnings.
WARNING! Always wear suitable gloves when operating electric chainsaw to protect your hands
from ying debris and/or sharp objects.
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Intend Use
1. The product is designed to sawing wood only. The saw is not designed for any other types
of application (e.g. cutting of brickwork, plastic or food). Observe the technical data for the
maximum cutting capacity. Do not work exceeding the stated maximum capacity.
2. This product is intended for private use only, not for any commercial applications. It may not be
used for any purposes other than those described.
3. Attachments must be used according to the respective functions and in accordance with this
instruction manual.
4. This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the product by a person responsible for their
safety.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
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In the Box
Parts
1.Rear handle
2.Safety lock-off button
3.Trigger
4.Oil Filler cap
5.Chain bar
6.Chain
7.Front handle
8.Motor and air slots
9.Plug and cord
10.Hand guard with
safety chain brake
trigger
11.SDS tension knob
12.Chain cover
13.Clamp knob
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WARNING! Always wear protective gloves when working with the chainsaw and employ only
original parts. Pull out the power plug before doing any work on the chainsaw itself-injury
hazards!
1. Remove all parts of the electric chainsaw from the box and carefully remove all packaging. Take
care not to lose any instructions which may be afxed to the parts. These provide important
information which will be required while assembling the electric chainsaw.
2. The tool is completely assembled on delivery. Before you start up the electric chainsaw, adjust
the chain, ll up with chain oil and check the automatic lubrication and chain brake function.
NOTE! Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes.
Preparing to assemble the Electric Chainsaw
Assembly
Step 1 - Tensioning the saw chain
WARNING! An incorrectly tensioned chain may break or spring off, leading to danger or injury.
Test the electric saw before every start and the chain tension after every hour of sawing.
1. Ensure that the chain brake has been released, that is, that the chain brake lever is pulled up
against the front handle (7).
2. Loosen the clamp knob (13) so the chain bar move.
3. Adjust the SDS chain tension knob (11) in the “+”direction to increase tension or in the
“—”direction to slacken the chain. Adjust the chain so an entire drive link is just visible.
4. Ensure the chain rotates smoothly on the bar, then fully tighten the SDS knob and lock in place
with the clamp knob (13).
5. When the saw chain is tensioned with 9N (approx.1kg), the gap between the saw chain and the
guide rail may not be more than 2mm.
NOTE! Do not over tension the chain as this will reduce life of chain bar and motor.
NOTE! With a correctly tensioned chain you will get good cutting performance and a longer life.
NOTE! The chain is correctly tensioned if it does not sag at the rail underside and can be rotated
completely around with the gloved hand.
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Assembly
Step 2 - Chain lubrication
WARNING! The rail and chain must never be without oil. If you operate the electric chainsaw
with too little oil, the cutting performance and the lifetime of the saw chain is reduced, since the
chain becomes blunt faster. You can identify a case of too little oil where smoke development or
discoloration of the rail occurs.
NOTE! This chainsaw is equipped with an oil automatic system. As soon as the motor is speeded
up, the oil also ows faster to the chain bar.
NOTE! Check the oil ll level and regularly top up with oil. The oil tank holds 100 ml oil.
NOTE! If you have no oil available, use chain lubrication oil with low adhesive additive content. The
type of motor oil SAE#10W-30 is recommended.
1. Unscrew the oil ll cap (4) and ll up with chain oil.
2. Wipe off any spilled oil and close the cap again.
3. Switch on the chainsaw and hold it above a bright background. The saw must not touch the
ground.
4. If an oil trace can be seen, the chainsaw is working trouble-free. Select the oil regulator to
prevent oil droplets forming, but also to prevent the chain from ever running dry.
NOTE! When the chainsaw is put away in storage, set the oil regulator to zero.
check the chain lubrication
---Never saw when a sufcient chain lubrication is not guaranteed. Otherwise the life of the
sawing device will be reduced. Before starting work check the oil level in the tank and the oil
feeding. Check the fed oil quantity by following the instructions below:
--Start the electric chainsaw
--Hold the running chain saw approx. 15cm above a trunk or the ground(use an appropriate
surface)
If the lubrication is sufcient ,you will see a light oil trace because oil will centrifuged from the
chain saw.
Chain oil
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Assembly
Step 3 - Connection to the power supply
WARNING! Read all of the instructions of this manual before attempting to connection the
power supply for your tool. Switch on the chainsaw only when chain bar, saw chain and
sprocket chain wheel covering are correctly assembled.
WARNING! If the insulation on a power cable or extension lead is found to be cut or
damaged, do not touch it! Disconnect the power supply immediately and have the
damaged cable replaced by authorized service agent.
WARNING! If operating the appliance in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
WARNING! Use only extension cords suitable for outdoor use, preferably with a high visibility
cable colour. Always unwind all extension cables fully, coiled cables can overheat and reduce the
efciency of your product.
NOTE! For extension cables up to 15metres, use a wire cross section of 2.5 mm
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WARNING! This product is designed to operate on 230-240 VAC 50Hz. The voltage and current
must comply with the information on the ratings label!
NOTE! This electric chainsaw is tted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change
the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover becomes lost or damaged; the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained.
WARNING! A 13amp fuse must be tted.
1). Make sure the on/off switch (3) and safety chain brake trigger (10) is in its off position.
2). Double the extension cord about a foot from the end. Lead the loop through the hole on the
rear handle and hook the loop over the cord restrainer. Gently pull on the cord to ensure that it is
rmly attached at the handle.
3). Connect the cord to a suitable socket.
Operation and Maintenance Manual
Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your chainsaw
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your
chainsaw, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727503
prior to returning product to store.
SCS718A
Sovereign
Electric Chainsaw
www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk
Technical Support & Parts
01904 727503
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Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining
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Safety Information .............................................................................................................................................3
Preparing to Operate the Electric Chainsaw ....................................................................................................9
Operating the Electric Chainsaw ....................................................................................................................10
Maintenance and Repair .................................................................................................................................17
Storage and Transportation ............................................................................................................................18
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................19
Technical Data .................................................................................................................................................20
Recycling and Disposal ...................................................................................................................................20
Plug Replacement ...........................................................................................................................................21
Guarantee .......................................................................................................................................................22
Declaration of Conformity ...............................................................................................................................23
Warning Symbols
Safety Information
The following warning symbols appear through this manual and indicate the approciate safety
measures you should take when operating and maintaining the chainsaw.
Warning!
Read the instruction manual
Conforms to all relevant safety standards.
Wear personal protective equipment. Basically, wear protective goggles or, even better, face
protection, ear protection, safety helmet, cut-protection working clothes.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear cut-protection safety boots with anti-slip soles.
Do not expose to rain.
WARNING! Remove plug from the mains immediately if the cable is damaged or cut.
Double insulation.
SWITCH OFF! Remove plug from mains before cleaning or maintenance.
Caution! Spring-back! Be careful of spring-back of the machine during work.
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Warning Symbols
Hold the chainsaw with both hands while operating.
Brake is engaged and product can not be started or run.
Brake is disengaged and product can be operated.
Take a power tool in the domestic waste! In accordance with European Directive 2011/65/EC
on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in national law, Electric
tools collected separately and environmentally friendly recycling are fed. Take advantage
of the collection facilities. Ask your local government for the collection systems. If
electrical appliances are disposed of, can be poisoned for years while the cause hazardous
substances into the groundwater and entering the food chain, or ora and fauna.
Guaranteed sound power level
Max cutting length 345mm
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WARNING! Keep this operating and maintenance manual in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING! Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
WARNING! Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the electric
chainsaw. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
WARNING! This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
WARNING! Do not touch the rotating saw chain until they are stopped.
General Safety
Safety Information
Preparation
a) This machine can cause serious injuries. Read the instruction carefully for the correct
handling, preparation, maintenance, starting and stopping of the appliance. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the appliance. Read and understand the operator’s manual and
observe the warnings and instruction labels afxed to the appliance.
b) Users. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the appliance.
Local regulations may restrict the age of operator. Never operate the tool under the inuence of
alcohol, medication or drugs.
c) Use appropriate tool. This device is only intended for sawing wood in private house and hobby
gardens only. Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Work Area Safety
d) Keep work areas clean. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
e) Consider work area environment. Do not expose your tool to high humidity or rain. Do not use
your tool in damp and wet conditions. Keep the work area well lit.
f) Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 feet away. The operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or the property.
g) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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h) Use personal protective equipment (PPE). Always wear eye protection and ear protection.
Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
i) Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as these can be caught in moving
parts. Preferably wear non-slip footwear when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
keep long hair out of the way.
j) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
k) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
nger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
l) Keep all parts of the body away from the cutting saw chain. Make sure the switch is off when
clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while operating the appliance may result In
serious personal injury.
m) Do not overreach and do not cut over shoulder height. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Personal Safety
Safety Information
Electrical Safety
n) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
o) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
p) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
q) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
r) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
s) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD with a tripping current of 30mA or less) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the
risk of electric shock. NOTE! The term residual current device (RCD)”may be replaced by the term
“ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)” or “earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”.
t) Be certain the parts are fully tightened before operating the tool. Check it periodically for
tightness during use to avoid serious injury.
u) Risk of cut. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting saw chain when they are moving.
v) Disconnect the plug. Disconnect plug from the tool when not in use or when servicing or
cleaning.
w) Check for damaged parts. Before further use, carefully check the tool for damage. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other
condition that may affect its operation.
Do not use the tool if any parts are damaged or defective. Have any damaged or defective parts
repaired or replaced by an authorized service agent. Never attempt any repairs yourself.
x) Grip the tool securely. Always hold the tool securely in both hands while working with it.
y) Keep handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles do not allow for safe
handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
z) Keeps cable away from cutting area. During operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs
and can be accidentally cut by the saw chains.
aa) Do not overload the tool. Only work in the performance range stated. Do not use tools
that do not have sufcient power for heavy jobs. Do not use the tool for any use other than that
intended by the manufacturer.
bb) Avoid damage to the tool. Do not apply extra weight and do not drag the tool over hard
surfaces such as tiles or steps.
cc) Do not operate a chainsaw while climbing in a tree. Operation of a chainsaw while up in a
tree may result in personal injury.
dd) Always keep proper footing and operate the chainsaw only when standing on xed,
secure and level surface. Slippery or unstable surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of
balance or control of the chainsaw.
ee) When cutting a limb that is under tension, be alert for spring back. When the tension
in the wood bers is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the
chainsaw out of control.
ff) Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the
saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
gg) Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing accessories.
Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase the chance for kickback.
hh) Cut wood only. Do not use chainsaw for purposes not intended. For example: do not use
chainsaw for cutting plastic, masonry or non-wood building materials. Use of the chainsaw for
operations different than intended could result in a hazardous situation.
ii) Maintain a rm grip with thumbs and ngers encircling the chainsaw handles, with both
hands on the saw and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces.
Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go
of the chainsaw.
jj) Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object or when
the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut. Tip contact, in some cases, may
cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar rapidly back to towards the operator.
Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious
personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw. As a chainsaw
user, you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
kk) Carry the chainsaw by the front handle with the chainsaw switched off and away from
your body. When transporting or storing the chainsaw, always t the guide bar cover. Proper
handling of the chainsaw will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with the moving saw
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Preparing to Operate the Electric Chainsaw
Step 1 - Switch on /off
WARNING! Always wear safety gloves when doing any work on the electric chainsaw.
WARNING! Always unplug the power cord from the power source before doing any work on the
electric chainsaw.
The tool is completely assembled on delivery. Before you start up the electric chainsaw, adjust
the chain, ll up with chain oil and check the automatic lubrication and chain break function.
1. Check before the start, whether sufcient chain oil is in the tank and, if necessary, rell with
chain oil.
2. Release the chain brake, where you shift the chain brake trigger (10) back against the front
grip (7).
3. Hold the electric chainsaw rmly with both hands, with the right hand on the rear grip and the
left hand on the front handle. Thumb and nger must close securely over handles.
4. For switching on, activate the safety lock-off button (2) with the right thumb and then press
the On/Off switch trigger (3), the electric power saw runs with highest speed. Release the
safety lock-off button again.
5. The power saw switches off when you release the On/Off switch again. Switching for
continuous running is not possible.
qq) Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean and in good condition for better and safer
performance. Follow the instructions for maintenance and changing accessories. Keep handles
and switches dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
rr) Be careful in handling the tool. Keep the blades sharp and clean to improve its working
safety and effectiveness. Follow the manufacturer’s sharpening and maintenance instructions for
the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
ss) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
tt) Only use replacement bars and chains specied by the manufacturer. Use only suitable
bar (Oregon 140SDEA074) and chain (Oregon 91PJ051X).
Maintenance and Storage
Safety Information
chain.
ll) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
mm) Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
nn) Cut the wood in right direction.
oo) The rst-time user should, as a minimum practice cutting logs on a saw-horse or cradle.
pp) Before using the chainsaw, be sure to check the chain and bar in tension. Do not use the
chainsaw if the chain and bar are loosen. Also conrm that no abnormal exists by actual test
running.
Operation Safety (continued)
uu) Have your tool repaired by an authorized service agent. This tool is manufactured in
accordance with the relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger, electrical appliances must only
be repaired by qualied technicians.
Service
Step 2 - Checking the oil automatic system
NOTE! Check the oil level and the oil automatic system before commencement of work.
1. 1. Switch on the chainsaw and hold it above a bright background. The saw must not touch the
ground.
2. 2. If an oil trace can be seen, the chainsaw is working trouble-free. Select the oil regulator to
prevent oil droplets forming, but also to prevent the chain from ever running dry. When the
chainsaw is put away in storage, set the oil regulator to zero.
3. 3. Clean the oil passages of the chain bar, in order to guarantee a trouble-free, automatic
oiling of the saw chain during operation.
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Overcutting
Operating the Electric Chainsaw
WARNING! Always keep a rm grip on the tool with both hands and watch your feet. The saw
chain must not contact either the ground or another object during sawing through or after sawing
completion.
WARNING! Make sure that the saw chain does not become jammed in the wood. Do not let
the tree trunk break or split off. If the saw chain jams, you do not attempt to pull out the electric
chainsaw using power. There is a danger of injury here. Switch off the motor and use a lever or
wedge to free the electric chainsaw.
WARNING! Consider also the precautions against spring-back.
Undercutting
Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of the log with top of saw against the log. When
undercutting use light upward pressure. Hold saw rmly and maintain control. The saw will tend to
push back toward you.
WARNING! Never turn saw upside down to undercut. The saw cannot be controlled in this position.
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Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log. When
overcutting use light downward pressure.
Cutting logs
1. Log is lying on the ground :
Saw through the log completely from above and ensure at the end of the cut not to contact the
ground. See below gure.
Step 3 - Checking the chain brake
NOTE! The motor cannot be turned on if the chain brake has engaged. Do not employ the chain
brake in order to start the chainsaw or to switch it off.
1. Release the chain brake by shifting the chain brake trigger (10) over against the front handle
(7).
2. Place the electric chainsaw onto a solid, at surface. It must not contact any objects.
3. Connect the tool to the mains voltage.
4. Hold the electric chainsaw rmly with both hands, with the right hand on the rear grip and the
left hand on the front handle. Thumb and nger must close securely over the handles.
5. Turn on the electric chainsaw.
6. Activate chain brake trigger (10) with running motor by the left hand. Chain should stop
abruptly.
7. Once the chain brake is working properly, release the on/off switch and the chain brake.
WARNING! If the chain brake does not function correctly, you must not use the electric chainsaw.
A slack saw chain leads to danger of injury.
Disengage
Engage
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Cutting logs (continued)Cutting logs (continued)
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2. Log is supported at one end :
Start sawing from the bottom and work your way up (with the upper edge of the bar) a third of the
way into the diameter of the trunk to prevent splitting. Then saw from the top downwards with the
lower edge of the bar towards the rst cut to prevent the bar from becoming jammed in the wood.
See below gure.
3. Log is supported at both ends :
First cut 1/3 of a diameter from the top. Next cut from below using the top of the bar, this will avoid
pinching of the bar in wood. Avoid touching the ground with the bar.
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4. Sawing on a support stand :
First cut 1/3 of a diameter from the blow, next cut from the top by using the bottom of the bar. See
below gure.
Limbing
Limbing is removing branches from a fallen tree.
1. Work slowly, keeping both hands on the chainsaw with a rm grip. Always make sure your
footing is secured and your weight is distributed evenly on both feet.
2. Leave the larger support limbs under the tree to keep the tree off the ground while cutting.
3. Limbs should be cut one at a time .Remove the cut limbs from the work area often to help keep
the work area clean and safe.
4. Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw.
5. Keep the tree between you and the chainsaw while limbing. Cut from the side of the tree
opposite the branch you are cutting.
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Felling a tree-when bucking and felling operations are being performed by two or more persons, at
the same time, the felling operation should be separated from the bucking operation by a distance
of at least twice the height of the tree being felled. Trees should not be felled in a manner that
would endanger any person, strike any utility line or cause any property damage. If the tree does
make contact with any utility line, the utility company should be notied immediately.
Before any cuts are started, pick your escape route (or routes in case the intended route is
blocked);clear the immediate area around the tree and make sure there are no obstructions in your
planned path of retreat. Clear path of safe retreat approximately 135°from planned line of fall .The
retreat path should extend back and diagonally to the rear of the expected line of fall.
Before felling is started, consider the force and direction of the wind, the lean and balance of the
tree, and the location of large limbs. These things inuence the direction in which the tree will fall.
Do not try to fell a tree along a line different from its natural line of fall.
The chainsaw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or
slide downhill after it is felled.
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where felling cuts are to be
made.
Pruning
Operating the Electric Chainsaw
Pruning is trimming limbs from a live tree.
1. Work slowly, keeping both hands on the chainsaw with a rm grip. Always make sure your
footing is secure and your weight is distributed evenly on both feet.
2. Do not cut from a ladder, this is extremely dangerous. Leave this operation for professionals.
3. Do not cut above chest height as a saw held higher is difcult to control against kickback.
4. When pruning trees it is important not to make the nishing cut next to the main limb or trunk
until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the weight. This prevents stripping the bark
from the main member.
5. Under buck the branch 1/3 through for your rst cut.
6. You second cut should over buck to drop the branch off.
7. Now make your nishing cut smoothly and neatly against the main member so the bark will
grow back to seat the wound.
WARNING! If the limbs to be pruned are above chest height, hire a professional to perform the
pruning.
Felling trees
Operating the Electric Chainsaw
WARNING! If a tree starts to fall in the wrong direction, or if the saw gets caught or hung up during
the fall, leave the saw and save yourself !
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Felling trees (continued)
Operating the Electric Chainsaw
Notched Undercut. Cut a notch about 1/3 the diameter of the tree, perpendicular to the direction of
fall .Make the cuts of the notch so they intersect at a right angle to the line of fall. This notch should
be cleaned out to leave a straight line. To keep the weight of the wood off the saw, always make the
lower cut of the notch before the upper cut.
Felling backcut. The back cut is always made level and horizontal, and at a minimum of 2 in.
above the horizontal cut of the notch.
Never cut through to the notch. Always leave a band of wood between the notch and back cut
(approximately 2 in. Or 1/10 the diameter of the tree).This is called “hinge”or “hinge wood” .It
controls the fall of the tree and prevents slipping or twisting or shoot-back of the tree off the stump.
On large diameter trees, stop the back cut before it is deep enough for the tree to either fall or settle
back on the stump. Then insert soft wooden or plastic wedges into the cut so they do not touch the
chain. The wedges can be driven in, little by little, to help jack the tree over.
NOTE! When bucking or felling with a wedge, it may be necessary to remove the anti-kickback
device to allow the bar to be drawn through the cut. After the cut is complete, the tip should be
reinstalled immediately.
As tree starts to fall, stop the chain saw and put it down immediately .Retreat along the cleared
path, but watch the action in case something falls your way. Be alert for overhead limbs or branches
that may fall and watch your footing.
WARNING! Never cut through to the notch when making a backcut. The hinge controls the fall of
the tree, this is the section of wood between the notch and backcut.
General
Maintenance and Repair
WARNING! Always switch the product off and let the product cool down before performing
inspection, maintenance and cleaning work!
This chainsaw meets all current legislation requirements, in order to avoid injuries while
repairing; every repair has to be carried out by a qualied member of staff in an authorized
service centre.
1). Clean the product with a slightly damp cloth and pH-neutral soap. Use a brush for areas that are
hard to reach.
2). In particular clean the air vents and chain guide on the bar after every use with a cloth and
brush.
3). Remove stubborn dirt with high pressure air (max. 3 bar).
4). Check for worn or damaged parts. Replace worn parts as necessary or contact an authorised
service centre for repair before using the product again.
5). Regularly check for obvious defects such as loose, dislodged or damaged cutting device, loose
xings and worn or damaged components.
6). Check that covers are undamaged and correctly tted. Carry out necessary maintenance or
repairs before using the product.
7) Regularly apply lubricant to the chain surface.
8) Ensure that the oil reservoir and the oil lter are clean.
Chain sharpening
WARNING! Wear safety gloves when working on the chainsaw and close to it!
Periodically sharpen the blades as follows:
1. Disconnect the cord from the mains supply.
2. Wear protective gloves.
3. Ensure the chain is correctly tensioned and not too loose.
4. Engage the chain brake (10) to lock the chain on the bar (“Engage”position) when sharpening.
5. Uses a round le for chain sharpening. Diameter equivalent to 1.1times the cutting tooth depth.
6. File at a horizontal angle 35°to the bar.
7. File from inside towards outside of the tooth only.
8. Sharpen each tooth equally by using the same number of strokes.
9. File at an angle of 90°to the bar.
10. Check the safety depth gauge height in intervals while sharpening. Use depth gauge measuring
instrument to check the height of the depth gauge.
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Troubleshooting
General Troubleshooting
CAUTION! Only perform the steps described within these instructions!
All further inspection, maintenance and repair work must be performed by an authorized service
centre or a similarly qualied specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself!
Suspected malfunctions, disturbances or damages are often due to causes that the user can x
them. Therefore check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be solved
quickly.
Problem Possible Cause Solution
1. Product does not
start
1. Not connected to power supply
2. Power connection is loosen
3. House protection fuse activated
4. Defective On/Off switch
5.Worn carbon brushes
6.Defective motor
7.Chain brake trigger saw chain
1. Connect to power supply
2.Connect the power supply and tool
well
3. Check by a specialist electrician
4.Repair by customer service
5. Repair by customer service
6. Repair by customer service
7.Check chain brake trigger .Possibly
release chain brake
2. Inferior cutting
performance
1. Incorrectly mounted saw chain
2.saw chain blunt
3.Chain tension insufcient
1. Mount saw chain correctly
2. Sharpen cutting teeth or place on
new chain
3. Check chain tension
3. Saw runs with
difculty ,chain
comes off
Chain tension insufcient Check chain tension
4. Chain becomes
hot, smoke
development during
sawing, discoloration
of the rail
Too little chain oil 1. Check oil level and where
appropriate ,rell with chain oil,
check oil automatic system and ,
where appropriate, clean oil outow
duct or have repaired by customer
service
2. Contact Service Agent
Maintenance and Repair
Chain sharpening (continued)
Storage and Transportation
Storage
1). Clean the product as described above.
2). Store the product and its accessories in a dark, dry, frost-free, well-ventilated place.
3). Always store the product in a place that is inaccessible to children. The ideal storage
temperature is between 10 and 30°C.
4). We recommend using the original package for storage or covering the product with a suitable
cloth or enclosure to protect it against dust.
Transportation
1). Switch the product off and disconnect it from power supply before transporting it anywhere.
2). Always carry the product on its gripping surfaces.
3). Protect the product from any heavy impact or strong vibrations which may occur during
transportation in vehicles.
4). Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over.
cleaning the guide bar lubricating the sprocket nose
---Regularly inspect the bearing surfaces of the guide bar for damage ,and clean them with a
suitable tool.
If the saw is used intensively it will be necessary to lubricate the return sprocket bearings
regularly(once a week).To do this ,rst thoroughly clean the 2mm hole at the tip of the guide bar,
and then press in a small amount of multi-purpose grease.
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Technical Data
Technical Data Table
Property Value
Motor Voltage 230-240V ~/50Hz
Power Input 1800W
Electric motor no load speed 5600/min
Chain speed 13m/s
Insulation class class II
Net weight 4.7Kg
Type of saw chain Oregon 91PJ051X(14 ”)
Type of guide bar Oregon 140SDEA074(14 ”)
Measured sound pressure level 93dB (A), k=3 dB (A)
Measured sound power level 107dB (A), k=3dB (A)
Guaranteed sound power level 110dB (A)
Vibration 6.5 m/s
2
, k=1.5 m/s
2
The declared vibration value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and
may be used for comparing one tool with another. The declared vibration value may also be used in
a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING! The vibration emission value during actual use of the tool can differ from the declared
value depending on the ways in which the tool is used. Identify safety measures to protect the
operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account
of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is
running idle in addition to the trigger time).
The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 85dB(A) and ear protection measures are
necessary.
Recycling and Disposal
Recycling and Disposal
1. Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses
and packaging should be sorted, taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an
environmentally safe way.
2. Recycle rather than dispose of unwanted material in landll whenever possible. The machine
must be delivered in rigid packaging to avoid damage during transportation. The packaging and the
machine itself are manufactured from recyclable materials and should be disposed of accordingly.
3. Do not throw your clippings into a rubbish bin where it will be disposed of in landll .You can
dispose of clippings on your compost heap, alternating then with other garden material. The more
thoroughly you chop the clippings beforehand, the more rapidly they will degrade. Alternatively,
many communities provide a public collection point where you can dispose of your garden waste in
an environmentally friendly manner.
4. Only dispose of electrical/electronic/battery items in separate collection schemes, which cater
for the recovery and recycling of materials contained within. Your cooperation is vital to ensure the
Plug Replacement
Plug Replacement
Your chain saw is tted with a moulded plug. However If you need to replace a tted plug then
follow the instructions below.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue - Neutral Brown – Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with N
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter L
If a 13AMP (BS1363/A) plug is used, a 13A fuse must be tted, or if any other type of plug is used a
13AMP fuse must be tted, either in the plug or adapter, or on the distribution board.
Note: If a moulded plug is tted and has to be removed take great care in disposing of the plug
and severed cable, it must be destroyed to prevent engaging into a socket. If the supply cord is
damaged it must be replaced by a service agent or a similarly qualied person in order to avoid
hazard.
Connect
Blue to N
(neutral )
Outer sleev e
firmly clamped
Cable grip
Brown L (live)
13 Amp fuse approved
to BS1362
Recycling and Disposal
Recycling and Disposal (continued)
success of these schemes and for the protection of the environment.
5. Recycle packaging where facilities exist.
6. This symbol is known as the Crossed out Wheelie Bin Symbol. When this symbol is marked on a
product or battery, it means that it should not be disposed of with your general household waste.
Some chemicals contained within electrical/electronic products or batteries can be harmful to
health.
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Guarantee
Dear Customer,
In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our Customer service
department on the telephone number shown below.
1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory
warranty rights. Claims must be accompanied by Proof of Purchase. This must be in the form of
a Sales receipt or Bank statement and must show that the product has been purchased within 1
year prior to the claim, from the retailer that it was originally sold to.
2. Our guarantee covers problems caused by material or manufacturing defects, and will result
in the repair of these defects or replacement of the device with a like for like or similar article.
Please note that our devices have not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial
applications. Consequently, the guarantee is invalidated if the equipment is used in commercial,
trade or industrial applications or for other equivalent activities.
3. The following are also excluded from our guarantee:
A. Faults due to accidents, customer misuse, or unauthorized repairs
B. Consumable Parts such as bar and chain
C. Failure due to lack of routine maintenance
D. Failure as a result of not using the equipment in accordance with the manual and safety
instructions
4. The guarantee is valid for a period of 1 years starting from the purchase date of the device.
Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks
of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee
period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried
out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts tted will not result in
an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work
performed or parts tted. This also applies when an on-site Service is used.
5. Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place .If the defect is covered by our guarantee your
device will either be repaired under the terms of guarantee or we will send you a replacement
device. This device may be re-conditioned or Like for like replacement.
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Sovereign SCS718A electric chainsaw is a reliable tool for cutting wood. With its automatic oil lubrication system and safety features like the chain brake and lock-off button, it ensures safe and efficient operation. It's ideal for a variety of tasks, from pruning branches to cutting firewood.
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